Schizophrenia Articles A-Z
Precautions and Warnings With Fluphenazine
This eMedTV article provides precautions and warnings with fluphenazine and explains who should not take the medication. For example, fluphenazine can increase your risk of developing seizures, liver damage, or vision problems.
Precautions and Warnings With Prochlorperazine
Prochlorperazine may potentially cause a serious condition called neuroleptic malignant syndrome. This eMedTV page lists other prochlorperazine precautions and warnings, including other possible side effects and people who should avoid the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Quetiapine
This eMedTV page provides several precautions and warnings with quetiapine people should be aware of when starting treatment. It includes things to discuss with your healthcare provider before taking the drug and a list of those who should avoid it.
Precautions and Warnings With Thioridazine
Thioridazine may potentially cause a life-threatening irregular heart rhythm known as QT prolongation. This eMedTV resource offers other precautions and warnings with thioridazine (including other possible side effects that may occur with the drug).
Precautions and Warnings With Ziprasidone
Ziprasidone can cause a life-threatening condition called neuroleptic malignant syndrome in some people. This eMedTV page offers other precautions and warnings with ziprasidone, including important information on who should not take the drug.
Prochlorperazine is a medication used to treat severe nausea or vomiting, schizophrenia, and anxiety. This eMedTV article further discusses prochlorperazine uses, explains when and how to take the drug, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
As this eMedTV page explains, prochlorperazine dosing for schizophrenia treatment usually starts at 5 mg or 10 mg three or four times daily. This page also offers prochlorperazine dosage recommendations for those with anxiety or nausea and vomiting.
Prochlorperazine is a drug that is used for treating anxiety, schizophrenia, and severe nausea or vomiting. This eMedTV page further describes the drug and lists possible side effects. Proclorperazine is a common misspelling of prochlorperazine.
Psychosocial Therapy for Schizophrenics
Psychosocial therapy for schizophrenics can include rehabilitation and cognitive-behavioral therapy. This eMedTV page offers a more in-depth look at the uses and benefits of psychosocial therapy for schizophrenia.
Quetiapine is a prescription drug used to help control symptoms of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. This eMedTV segment provides a detailed look at the drug, including its effects, dosing information, potential side effects, and more.
The dose of quetiapine that you are prescribed will depend on several factors, which this eMedTV page lists. General quetiapine dosing guidelines for treating bipolar disorder and schizophrenia are provided, as are tips for those taking the drug.
Risperdal is a prescription medicine used to treat bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and autism. This eMedTV article offers an overview of Risperdal, highlighting how it works, offering tips on taking the medication, and listing potential side effects.
Risperdal alternatives can include therapy and other medications. This portion of the eMedTV library outlines several alternatives to Risperdal and describes situations in which they may be considered.
Alcohol may increase the risk of Risperdal side effects (such as drowsiness and low blood pressure). This eMedTV page talks about combining alcohol and Risperdal, explaining why it is generally recommended that you avoid alcohol while using this drug.
Risperdal does pass through breast milk. This eMedTV resource explores Risperdal and breastfeeding, explaining why the drug's manufacturer recommends avoiding Risperdal while breastfeeding and describing when a doctor will still prescribe the drug.
Is there a connection between Risperdal and diabetes? As this portion of the eMedTV archives explains, people taking Risperdal may be at a higher risk of developing diabetes. This page also highlights some of the symptoms of diabetes to watch out for.
As this eMedTV resource explains, clinical studies have shown that up to 13 percent of people taking Risperdal reported a dry mouth as a side effect. This page also lists some things you can do if you are taking Risperdal and dry mouth occurs.
It is difficult to determine if there is a relationship between the use of Risperdal and hair loss. But as this eMedTV Web page explains, if you are noticing hair loss while taking Risperdal, you should let your healthcare provider know.
In clinical trials, up to 26 percent of people taking Risperdal experienced insomnia. This portion of the eMedTV library discusses Risperdal and insomnia in more detail and outlines some suggestions that may help improve your sleep habits.
Risperdal is a pregnancy Category C medication, meaning it may not be safe to take during pregnancy. This eMedTV article provides detailed information about Risperdal and pregnancy, including what to do if you become pregnant while taking Risperdal.
Up to 5 percent of people taking Risperdal experience weight gain as a side effect. This eMedTV segment lists some things you can do if you're on Risperdal and weight gain occurs (such as limiting your alcohol intake and eating heart-healthy foods).
This eMedTV resource explains the factors that can affect your Risperdal dosage, including your age, weight, and medical condition being treated. This page also provides an overview of Risperdal dosing guidelines and offers tips on taking the drug.
Taking drugs like Prozac or Paxil along with Risperdal can increase your risk of side effects. This eMedTV page discusses several other medicines that can potentially cause Risperdal drug interactions and covers the problems that can occur.
It is possible to take too much Risperdal. This part of the eMedTV Web site discusses some symptoms of a Risperdal overdose, including a fast heart rate, drowsiness, and seizures. This page also describes some of the treatment options available.
As this eMedTV article explains, some people who take Risperdal may experience a decreased sex drive, an inability to achieve an orgasm, or priapism. This page also describes what to do if you develop any Risperdal sexual side effects.
Common Risperdal side effects can include insomnia, dizziness, and headaches. This eMedTV segment covers these and other side effects that may occur while taking Risperdal, including serious side effects to report to your healthcare provider.